Manila (Pasay) to Dubai (MNL–DXB) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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MNL–DXB is served by 3 airlines with nonstop service. Emirates, Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 4,291 miles in approximately 8h 27m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EK Emirates | 28 | 77W | 8h04-8h40 | – | – | – |
| 5J Cebu Pacific | 7 | 339 | 8h29 | – | – | – |
| PR Philippine Airlines | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Dubai from Manila (Pasay)
| Metric | MNL→DXB | CRK→DXB |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from MNL | – | 56 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 3 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 35 | 7 |
| Flight time | 8h 27m | 8h 6m |
Travel Essentials
MNL: PST · DXB: +04
When it's 6:00 PM in Manila (Pasay), it's 2:00 PM in Dubai.
No rail service currently connects the airport to Manila; the upcoming Metro Rail Transit extension is under construction. A metered taxi or ride-share is the most reliable option; Grab from Makati or BGC costs ₱200–400 but traffic can extend travel time to 60–90 minutes during peak hours.Airport-accredited yellow taxis are available at the metered taxi queue outside each terminal; flag fall ₱70. The NAIA Expressway toll road (₱110–165) significantly cuts travel time from the south. Budget 2–3 hours from the northern suburbs during rush hour.
Metro Red Line from T1 (Airport Terminal 1 station) or T3 (Airport Terminal 3 station) to central Dubai. BurJuman: 20 min; Dubai Mall/Burj Khalifa: 23 min. Fare is AED 6.50–10. Metro runs from 5:30am; early morning arrivals may need to wait. T2 is not served by metro; RTA buses run to Al Ghubaiba (Bus 402) for AED 3.Taxis from DXB to Downtown Dubai cost AED 35–55 (airport taxi surcharge applies). Careem and Uber operate from designated zones. Ride-hails must be booked via app; street hailing is not permitted in terminal areas.
Desert climate, hot, dry, and sunny virtually year-round. Summers (June–September) are extreme: 38–48°C with high humidity near the coast. Heat stress slows ground operations but rarely causes weather cancellations. Winter (December–February) is DXB's peak season at 18–28°C with minimal rain and near-constant sunshine.
Occasional sandstorms (haboob) reduce visibility sharply and can ground flights for hours, most likely in spring (April–May) and summer. Light rain falls in winter and can cause road flooding on Dubai's drainage-limited road network. A light jacket is sufficient for winter evenings.
MNL–DXB Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from MNL to DXB
Ninoy Aquino International Airport (MNL) and Dubai International Airport (DXB) are connected by nonstop service from Emirates, Cebu Pacific and Philippine Airlines. With 35 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
MNL to DXB Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from MNL to DXB is about 8 hours 27 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,291 miles (6,905 km). There are approximately 35 weekly flights outbound and 33 return, totaling 68 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Tan Son Nhat, Suvarnabhumi and Noi Bai. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Mabalacat (CRK).